September 2006             Tishrei 5767

Dear ChaiSouthAfrica friend

“Even a poor man, a subject of charity, should give charity.  “Zutra Talmud Gittin 7b

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are fast approaching, and it is our obligation and time to fulfill the mitzvah of TZEDAKAH.

The community of aged, handicapped and “children in need” living in JEWISH RESIDENTIAL HOMES in Southern Africa relies on your generosity to augment the efforts in SA and to sustain their homes, their happiness and their lives. The costs increase, the needs increase, the funds decrease- we CAN however make a difference!

The situation in Israel is a source of great concern for us all. Local communities are using their resources to assist those in need. We must all do our utmost to support Israel but we must not and cannot forget those in Southern Africa who still depend on us to live a dignified, safe, healthy and happy life. These appeals represent the sad reality of those we try to help in Southern Africa, and for our “family” in Israel. .The only way to ensure that the residents in SA continue to receive well balanced meals, the medical care they need, and the safe and nurturing Jewish environment they deserve is to continue to give a meaningful gift  from your heart and make a tax deductible donation to ChaiSouthAfrica  this Rosh Hashanah.

Please share this letter at your Rosh Hashanah table and encourage your family and friends to join in the mitzvah of Tzedakah.   Please forward this email to your family and friends overseas. We depend on YOUR help in spreading the word to former Southern Africans all over the world. We are deeply grateful for your continued support and generosity. 

Wishing you and your family and all Israel a year of Peace and a very happy and healthy New Year and well over the Fast.   Chag Sameach.

Sincerely

The ChaiSouthAfrica Committee and the residents of all the homes.